Bakeland Gardens, Alresford, SO24 9QX

There’s something smart about buying a newer home on the edge of an old town. You get to enjoy the character and history, without inheriting the draughty sash windows and maintenance.

Bakeland Gardens is a small, quiet close on the southern edge of Alresford. From here, you can stroll into town for coffee, to browse the independent shops or meet friends for lunch. Head the other way and you’re out by the watercress meadows in minutes, with countryside walks almost on your doorstep. And when you don’t feel like cooking, The Cricketers Arms is a family run country pub that’s close enough to become a regular haunt rather than an occasional treat. And if a round of golf is part of your weekly routine, Alresford Golf Club is close enough to make early tee times easy and relaxed.

Inside, the layout is simple and practical. Other than the hall (with stairs to the first floor and a w/c by the front door) the ground floor is one open-plan, sociable living space - stretching over 18ft wide. The kitchen sits at one end, in an L-shape with a peninsula that neatly separates the living and kitchen space. There’s room for a proper dining table and a comfortable sofa area, so everyday living and hosting both work naturally. French doors open straight onto the garden. In warmer months, you can have them wide open and let the outside become part of the room.

The garden itself is a good size for a two bedroom home - whilst maintaining privacy. 

Upstairs, both bedrooms are equally sized doubles. One could remain your main bedroom, while the other works perfectly as a guest room, study or hobby space.

The part tiled family bathroom is modern and neutral, with a shower over the bath. 

Built in 2014 by Croudace Homes and lovingly looked after by the current owners who bought it new, you get all the benefits of a new build without the snagging list or the mess and hassle of living on a building site. It has double glazing, modern heating and insulation which all help keep running costs sensible and maintenance straightforward.

That’s part of the appeal here. You’re getting move-in-ready modern ease as much as location.

Alresford is a proper Georgian market town. Colour-washed houses, independent shops, butchers, greengrocers, wine merchants and cafés all sit within the compact town centre that’s around 25 minutes walk away (or 5 minutes in the car). And being so close to the A31 means Winchester and Alton are within easy reach, so you’re well connected when you need a wider choice of shops or a direct train into London.

This smart modern semi suits someone looking for a simpler set-up. You still have your own front door, your own garden and your own parking space. You just have less to look after - and no worries about locking up and leaving if you spend a lot of time travelling. 

If you’ve been thinking about moving to Alresford and prefer modern homes, this could be the perfect nearly new build on a quiet edge of town estate. 

I’m expecting plenty of interest so get in touch to arrange a viewing and see how easily your next chapter could begin. Ref: JM1394